254: 3 Common Internet Scams that Target Artists

Are you aware of the different types of scams targeting art collectors and artists? In this episode, we break down three scams in detail. But it's not just the art world that's affected - there are millions of dollars in damages from fraudulent money orders and fake checks. With over 250 million phishing attacks in 2022 alone, it's crucial to stay informed and educated.   Join us as we explore these scams and learn how to protect yourself from falling victim to them.   Here are three scams I’m breaking down in detail:  “I want to surprise my wife” also formerly called the Nigerian Art Scam  Buying your art as an NFT  Fake online order confirmation  “Anything that sounds too good to be true usually is.” – Miriam Schulman  According to the New York Times, there are about 124 million dollars in damages from more than 40,000 cases involving fraudulent foreign money orders or fake checks. And there were more than 250 million phishing attacks in 2022.  These numbers are high and alarming, so it’s important that we stay aware and educated. Don't miss out on this eye-opening episode full of valuable information.  For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/254 ++++++++++++++++++++